I’m always looking for off-the-beaten-path things to do in Skagit County because it’s the destination of the small group tour I host for food lovers. This verdant area between Seattle and Vancouver, BC is one of the agricultural epicenters of…
The Best Seattle Viewpoints for Breathtaking Water Views
Seattle viewpoints are some of the best in the country thanks to its location. There are mountains, water views, and a spunky city spirit that encourages an “anything goes” attitude when it comes to architecture and landscaping. There are also…
Things to Do Near Cannon Beach Besides Just Haystack Rock
Ask anyone for things to do near Cannon Beach and they will undoubtedly recommend Haystack Rock. While I can attest to its beauty after having the fortune of attending a wedding with this massive structure in the background, there’s so…
A Killer Power Kale Salad Recipe With Almond Butter Dressing, Celery Root, & Apples
You know when you make something and you’re just like, “Yesssssssss”? That was my reaction with this power kale salad recipe. I had half-used celery root, kale, and an apple on the verge of going bad. I don’t always love…
The Most Unique Hotels in Washington
There are so many unique hotels in Washington off the beaten path. Most are perfectly situated for exploring the outdoors, but you may not want to leave the property given the amenities and ambiance these places offer! Whether you’re looking…
A Finger-Licking Good, Slow Cooker Asian Short Ribs Recipe
This slow cooker Asian short ribs recipe reminded me that short ribs are one of the best cuts of beef. They are full of flavor…beefy to the point of almost being gamey. But not so gamey to seem as if…
Where are all the Black-owned wineries?
The 2020 protests ignited by George Floyd’s death made me revisit a question I asked myself a few years ago: where are all the Black-owned wineries? I remember stumbling across an article awhile back about Oregon’s first Black winemaker and…
Sesame and Wasabi Crusted Tuna with Miso-Maple Brussel Sprouts
This sesame and wasabi crusted tuna recipe is the first time I ever cooked with wasabi. Typically it’s my condiment of choice when scarfing down sushi, but it’d never crossed my mind to cook with it. That changed when I…
The Ultimate List of the Best Bagels in Seattle, Ranked
It took me a while to find the best bagels in Seattle. I moved here from New Jersey about 15 years ago and one of the most painful discoveries was that the New York-style bagels I could find literally everywhere…
A Romanesco Pasta Recipe Featuring Romanesco and Lentil Meatballs
If you’re looking for a romanesco pasta recipe, don’t just sauté it and throw it into a dish. Turn this unique brassica into a vegetable meatball! I think it’s the Italian in me, but I’m absolutely obsessed with meatballs. I…
The Local’s Guide to the Best Pizza in Seattle by Style
I’ve been on the hunt for the best pizza in Seattle since I moved here more than 10 years ago. You see, pizza is like a religion in New Jersey where I grew up. You have a pizza joint and…
How to Stock a Pantry for the First Time With Small-Batch Goods You Can Feel Good About
I’ll never forget when I got my own place and had to learn how to stock a pantry for the first time. I remember calling my mom for a list and then spending hours combing the food store trying to…